2009 Cadillac STS-V vs. 1967 Ford 17
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS-V is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford 17 would be higher. At 4,376 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac STS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS-V (469 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 1967 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS-V should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford 17.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Cadillac STS-V (595 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 483 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac STS-V | 1967 Ford 17 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | STS-V | 17 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4376 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 595 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
